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A New Chapter After Two Years of War
On October 13, 2025, the Gaza Peace Summit took place in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
It became one of the most important diplomatic events of the decade.
The summit was led by U.S. President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
More than 30 countries participated, including Turkey, Qatar, France, and the United Kingdom.
The main goal was clear — end the Gaza war and start reconstruction after years of violence between Israel and Hamas.
The “Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity”
At the closing session, delegates signed the “Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity.”
It was endorsed by the U.S., Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and several other nations.
The declaration focuses on three key points:
- a permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas,
- international reconstruction programs for Gaza,
- and security monitoring led by a multinational commission.
Hostage and Prisoner Exchange
Before the summit began, all surviving Israeli hostages were released by Hamas.
In return, Israel freed nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees.
This exchange symbolized a cautious but hopeful step toward peace.
However, several hostages remain missing, and the search for them continues.
Trump’s Statement
In his speech, Donald Trump said:
“Today, the world has proven that peace in the Middle East is possible.
But peace cannot exist while terror continues.”
He stressed that Gaza’s recovery depends on Hamas’s complete disarmament and international supervision of reconstruction efforts.
According to Trump, only true demilitarization can secure lasting peace.
Rebuilding Gaza’s Future
After the declaration, Egypt and the United Nations announced a Gaza Reconstruction Fund.
Its goal is to rebuild homes, hospitals, and schools destroyed by war.
Donor nations pledged billions of dollars for aid and materials.
Still, many experts warn that the ceasefire is fragile.
They say long-term stability will require mutual trust and transparent governance.
Challenges and Criticism
Many observers welcomed the summit.
Yet critics noted that neither Israel nor Hamas attended in person, raising doubts about implementation.
There is also uncertainty about who will govern Gaza during the transition.
Current proposals suggest a 15-member interim council under Egyptian oversight until elections are possible.
A New Era in the Middle East
Despite these difficulties, the 2025 Peace Summit in Egypt marks a historic milestone.
For the first time in decades, world leaders united behind a common plan for stability.
If the agreement holds, it could usher in a new era of peace and cooperation across the region.
